Can I claim against the police?

The simple answer is “Yes” but the more complex answer is that it depends upon particular circumstances and can be quite restrictive. The duty of care owed by the police officer, or the police force generally, is actually quite restrictive. There are certain rules, laws and principles that the police must follow and should they not adhere to these rules, there may well be consequences. This is a complex area of law that demands careful legal scrutiny